What are the responsibilities and job description for the Art Teacher position at Catholic Diocese of Lansing?
St. Andrew Catholic School in Saline, Michigan is a PreK through seventh grade school and is growing in its second year. We are seeking teachers who are passionate about providing authentic faith formation for their students.
The school seeks an art teacher to help lead students to wholeness in the image of Jesus Christ. Under the leadership and direction of the principal and under the care of the pastor of the parish, the key duties of the teacher will be :
- Responsible for Art related curriculum initiatives, programs, and projects.
- Designs, develops, and delivers professional development, modeling, coaching, and support to schools on Art programs, projects, and initiatives.
- Fosters partnerships in Art with our parish and surrounding community.
- Supports increased student participation in advanced Art coursework by creating Art enrichment opportunities in all grades.
- Plan, develop, and evaluate lessons that meet the Diocese of Lansing Art Standards.
- Maintain and monitor student usage of art tools and supplies.
- To participate in a culture of faith and friendship centered on the love of Christ and the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.
- To partner with parents in providing a nurturing Catholic environment focused on academic excellence.
- To foster growth of student disciples who know, love and serve our Lord, Jesus Christ.
- To foster joyful order in the classroom and school.
- Help inspire in students a sense of wonder and a love of learning.
- To form students and call them to virtuous living.
- To work with school leadership in professional development with the goal of improving in the craft of teaching.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; agreement with and support of the Catholic worldview; a strong commitment to Catholic education. Participation in the VIRTUS child protection program will also be required of the successful applicant. Please indicate any areas of expertise or subjects of interest.
Additional Desirable Qualifications
Teaching experience and willingness and openness to be trained, Teaching certification. Knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in Spirit of Truth by Sophia Institute and the Disciple of Christ-Education in Virtue curriculum.
Application Process
All interested applicants should include in a cover letter answers to the following questions :
All interested applicants should submit the online application and attach a cover letter, resume and references.
Thank you for considering being a part of our St. Andrew Team. We look forward to hearing from you.
Candidates may apply directly at https : / / standrewsaline.org / job-openings or email the principal kelseym@standrewsaline.org.
